At a Glance: If you already have an F1, L1, H4, or other temporary visa and have successfully applied for an H1B visa, you can choose to have your visa stamped in a neighboring country like Canada or the Bahamas. Mexico is no longer an option for first-time H1B visa stamping. Canada may refuse stamp…
At a Glance: Obtaining a driving license on an H4 visa without an SSN is possible. Visit the Social Security Administration office and obtain a letter stating your ineligibility for an SSN. This letter can be used instead of an SSN when applying for a driving license. Required documents may include …
At a Glance: Studying for an MS or MBA in the US on an H4 visa offers great professional opportunities, a chance to break from routine, and build knowledge. H4 visa holders lack financial independence and struggle to actively participate in society, leading to frustration and depression. Pursuing hi…
At a Glance: An H1B petition number is a 13-digit code assigned to visa applications, including the H1B visa. It consists of four parts indicating the location, year, day, and case number. The location code represents the service center processing the petition (e.g., SRC for Texas Service Center). T…
At a Glance: The H1B status is a nonimmigrant visa category that allows foreign workers with a bachelor’s degree or higher to work in the U.S. The visa is obtained through the H1B lottery, and successful applicants receive a green card known as the H1B visa status. H1B visa holders have advant…
At a Glance: An experience letter is a document required for a green card application that verifies the applicant’s skills, abilities, and relevant work experience. It is submitted with the I-140 Immigration Petition for Alien Worker to support the information provided in the PERM application….
This year the United States and the United States Citizenship and Immigration services (USCIS) have to handle a high number of H1B applications. What is the H1B Visa? The H1B visa is provided to highly skilled workers that are hired by multinational companies. The H1B allows specialized employees to…
At a Glance: Moving to the US on an H1B visa is often driven by the desire to earn and save more money. However, the amount of money one can save depends on various factors. Assuming a conservative lifestyle, typical expenses for a family include rent ($1,100), car EMI ($300), car insurance ($80), c…
At a Glance: To obtain an H1B visa, an employer must initiate the process. They need to obtain a Labor Condition Application form, file an I-129 petition with USCIS, and if approved, you can obtain the visa. There are two ways to obtain the visa: through a change of status if already in the US [&hel…
CPT Overview Before we delve deeper and find out the eligibility criteria for the CPT, it is necessary to know what CPT is. Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is an off-campus employment option specifically meant for F-1 students. It is an integral part of the programs where on-field training…